The Divriği Ulu Mosque and Hospital, built in 1228 during the Mengücekli Principality of the Anatolian Seljuks in the Divriği district of Sivas province of Türkiye by Ahmet Shah, the son of Mengücek Shah Süleyman Shah, and his wife Melike Turan Hanım, has hosted more than 150,000 visitors since its opening in May, when its […]
A cherished Ottoman-era dish, head, trotter, and brain soup remains a popular winter staple in Konya, Turkey. Rooted in Yörük culture and known for its rich nutritional value, this traditional dish requires up to five hours of meticulous preparation. Local soup maker Ramazan Bademci emphasized the use of natural juices in cooking. “We ensure […]
Following clashes between Bashar Assad loyalists and opposition groups in the Syrian capital Damascus last night, 14 police officers were killed and 10 were injured in an ambush attack by Assad loyalists in the Tartus countryside, according to the Syrian Ministry of Interior. The ministry, which is affiliated with the interim administration, stated that anyone […]
A violent prison riot in Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, led to the escape of 1,534 inmates, leaving at least 33 dead and 15 injured during clashes outside the facility. Police Chief Bernardino Rafael confirmed that anti-government protests over the recent presidential election triggered the unrest. During the riot, prisoners overpowered guards, seizing weapons to facilitate their […]
Balık Lake, a hidden gem in Türkiye’s Taşlıçay district of Ağrı, has frozen completely due to severe winter weather, with temperatures dropping to -18°C. Situated at 2,241 meters in Sinek Plateau, the lake is a year-round attraction for nature lovers, offering diverse bird and fish species and picturesque scenery. The icy surface, with a […]
A school bus carrying 29 people, 27 of whom were students, and a truck collided in Balikesir, Türkiye, at around 8:50 local time yesterday. According to initial reports, 8 students were heavily injured in the overturned school bus and were taken to nearby hospitals. Authorities announced that an investigation has been launched into the accident.
The Israeli army attacked a house in the Zaytoun neighborhood of Gaza yesterday. According to the Palestinian Civil Defense Organization, at least 5 people, including children, were killed. It was also reported that 5 journalists who were covering the developments after the attack near Al-Awda Hospital were killed when their broadcasting vehicle was targeted by […]
In Arkhangelsk, Russia, a 16-year-old set fire to a United Russia Party building linked to President Vladimir Putin. The party, known for collecting aid for the Russian army in the Ukraine war, was targeted with a flammable substance late at night. Security footage captured the masked individual igniting the structure, but firefighters quickly extinguished the […]
Clashes erupted in Damascus between supporters of the ousted Assad regime and opposition groups, with gunfire reported on the outskirts of the city. Protesters marched to Umayyad Square chanting slogans such as “Syria is free, everyone is equal and one in Syria.” Opposition forces, now in power, ensured heavy security as demonstrators peacefully dispersed. […]
A video recorded by a passenger on his phone before the crash of the passenger plane carrying 67 people in Kazakhstan has emerged. In the video, the passenger is seen reciting the Shahada while the personnel on the plane tell the passengers to take safety precautions. Thirty-two people on board were rescued following the crash […]